The Kennel Club and Weatherbys are pleased to announce they have partnered to provide a simplified process for canine genetic heath testing which will benefit both dog breeders and owners, helping to eradicate some of the most concerning genetic disorders facing certain breeds. CombiBreed™ health test packages simplify the process of genetic testing by using a [...]
Statistics show surge in popularity of iconic breed as animated film about the Queen’s favourite dogs is released The popularity of the endangered Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has soared ahead of the release of The Queen’s Corgi. Statistics from the Kennel Club show that registrations of both types of Corgi puppies, the [...]
Thank you to Keven Harris for these photos from the recent 18th Annual Thailand International Dog Show. Photo credits to Ferdinal Chandra.
During the 2nd FCI Judges World Congress which took place on 24-25 June 2019, the FCI President called for an immediate extraordinary FCI General Committee meeting. Further to detailed and fruitful discussions about recent events, it was agreed to communicate the following : “Based on our own personal experience and on the reactions of our [...]
The Kennel Club has announced the winners of its annual Dog Photographer of the Year competition. Now in its fourteenth year, the international competition received almost 7,000 entries from over 70 different countries around the globe, including Brazil, Canada, USA, China, Russia, Australia and New Zealand. Denise Czichocki from Switzerland has been chosen as the [...]
“We developed one of the best hemp oil products in the industry with our patented technology for humans. With a little customization, we found a way to offer the same quality hemp oil to pets”, said Jay Archer, Founder of Gemini Network.
On May 3rd, 2019, during the BIS of the FCI World Dog Show 2019 in Shanghai (CN), a historical agreement was signed between China Small Animal Protection Association, CKU Charity and China Children Foundation, which is the biggest national organisation for children. In the framework of this cooperation, a nationwide education programme will be carried out to teach children [...]
If you plan on flying with your dog or shipping your pup this summer, be sure to check with your airline carrier as there may be pet travel restrictions due to high temperatures and heavy loads during peak summer travel periods. WestJet accepts pets as checked baggage during the summer, with the exception of select locations [...]
The Kennel Club Board has voted to elect Tony Allcock MBE as Kennel Club Chairman with Dr Ian Gabriel appointed as Kennel Club Vice-Chairman. The previous Chairman, Mr Steve Croxford, was thanked by the Board for his valuable contribution as Chairman since November 2018 and as Vice Chairman since 2015.
New health scheme set to improve heart health for Cavaliers A new heart scheme for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has been launched by the Kennel Club (KC) in consultation with Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed clubs and supported by the Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VCS). The Kennel Club heart scheme for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, [...]
